Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
#3 of 19 in The Diary of a Wimpy Kid Series
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What’s inside...
Scare yourself silly with Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories by Jeff Kinney, the #1 international bestselling author of Diary of a Wimpy Kid! Grab a flashlight, crawl under the covers, and dive into the twisted, unexpectedly hilarious world of Rowley Jefferson's imagination. You'll meet zombies, vampires, ghosts, and much more in these comically terrifying tales. Rowley's spooky stories might leave you laughing, but beware—you could end up sleeping with the lights on! And don't miss Rowley Jefferson's first two awesome friendly books, the instant #1 bestsellers Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid: Rowley Jefferson's Journal and Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Adventure!
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Discussion points
Which spooky story was your favorite, and what made it stand out to you?
How did the characters' reactions in the stories help you understand how they felt?
If you could create your own spooky story, what would it be about and who would be the characters in it?
What lessons do you think the stories are trying to teach us about friendship and bravery?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the stories by relating them to personal experiences of overcoming fear.
Discuss how humor is used to lighten the spooky elements and what that teaches about coping with scary situations.
Prompt your child to use their imagination by asking them to draw or describe an additional scene to a story they liked.
Validate your child’s perspectives and engage with their ideas to create an atmosphere of open dialogue and creativity.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of friendship
Explanation: Throughout the 'Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories,' Rowley Jefferson navigates various spooky situations with the help of his friends, demonstrating how valuable friendship is during challenging times.
Real-World Application: Children learn to value and trust their friends, understanding that cooperation and support are key in overcoming difficulties or fears in everyday life.
Example Lesson: Creativity and imagination
Explanation: The book encourages creativity as Rowley creates various spooky stories using his imagination, showcasing a positive and fun approach to storytelling.
Real-World Application: This lesson inspires children to use their imagination in play and learning, helping them to develop creative thinking skills that are useful in problem-solving and expressing themselves.
Example Lesson: Handling fear
Explanation: The characters in the stories often face eerie scenarios that they manage to handle bravely. This helps children understand that it's okay to feel scared and that there are ways to manage their fears.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this understanding in real life by facing their own fears, whether trying something new or dealing with everyday uncertainties, with bravery and confidence.
Example Lesson: The value of storytelling
Explanation: Rowley uses storytelling to entertain and bring joy to others, highlighting how stories can be a powerful tool for connection and joy.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to share their own stories and listen to others', enhancing their communication skills and empathy.
Example Lesson: Learning from mistakes
Explanation: Characters in the stories often make mistakes and learn from them, which emphasizes the importance of learning and growth.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to see mistakes as opportunities for learning and self-improvement, rather than as failures.